English Democratic Ideas In The Seventeenth Century
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Condition: Good. Jacket: No dust jacket — card cover in good condition with light wear. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact.
A landmark work in the study of British political thought, English Democratic Ideas in the Seventeenth Century chronicles the development of democratic ideology during one of England's most turbulent and transformative periods. G. P. Gooch presents a comprehensive survey of the political movements, pamphlets, and personalities that shaped the radical democratic tradition — from the Levellers and Puritans to the republicanism of the Commonwealth era. With scholarly precision and a measured, authoritative tone, the work details how ideas of popular sovereignty, religious liberty, and constitutional government emerged from the crucible of civil war and revolution. This second edition is supplemented with notes and appendices by renowned political theorist H. J. Laski, adding further depth and contextual analysis to an already essential historical text. It remains an indispensable reference for anyone seeking to understand the intellectual roots of modern democratic governance.
Author: G. P. Gooch
Format: Paperback
Genre: British & Irish history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: No dust jacket — card cover in good condition with light wear. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact.
A landmark work in the study of British political thought, English Democratic Ideas in the Seventeenth Century chronicles the development of democratic ideology during one of England's most turbulent and transformative periods. G. P. Gooch presents a comprehensive survey of the political movements, pamphlets, and personalities that shaped the radical democratic tradition — from the Levellers and Puritans to the republicanism of the Commonwealth era. With scholarly precision and a measured, authoritative tone, the work details how ideas of popular sovereignty, religious liberty, and constitutional government emerged from the crucible of civil war and revolution. This second edition is supplemented with notes and appendices by renowned political theorist H. J. Laski, adding further depth and contextual analysis to an already essential historical text. It remains an indispensable reference for anyone seeking to understand the intellectual roots of modern democratic governance.